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Kentucky Association of School Librarians
https://www.kasl.us/
Registration is open for the 2026 KASL Summer Refresher!!! (Current KLA/KASL members, check your email for the member discount code!)
www.kasl.us/sr
Call for proposals is open, too!
#KentuckyLibraries
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American Library Association
about 1 month ago
Almost time. Join us Monday, January 26 at 10:00 a.m. CT for the 2026 ALA Youth Media Awards. Live from Chicago. Medals revealed in real time. Watch at
ala.unikron.com
or on the ALA Facebook page.
#ALAyma
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Check this out Kentucky librarians! Very nice.
#KyLChat
#TLsky
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about 2 months ago
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Hey KASL/KLA members! Check your email for this awesome opportunity! Start the new year with a moment to reflect, reset, and reconnect with the joy of librarianship! Guest speaker:
@captainlibrary.bsky.social
!!
#KyLChat
#KentuckyLibraries
about 2 months ago
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Kentucky Library Association
3 months ago
Thank you!
#KentuckyLibraries
#KyLChat
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Books are Magical!
#TLsky
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Please check out our Fall Newsletter
app.smore.com/n/38b6h
#KYLibraries
#KyLChat
#KentuckyLibraries
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This month PH will focus on media literacy & how librarians can help students become informed, responsible digital citizens. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, & share ideas with fellow KY librarians
forms.gle/Yh4BJzRHFRj7...
#KASL
#PowerHour
#MediaLiteracy
#KYLibraries
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November 6th Power Hour Registration
Join us for KASL’s November Power Hour, a conversation about Media Literacy and how school librarians play a crucial role in helping students become informed, responsible, and engaged digital citizens...
https://forms.gle/Yh4BJzRHFRj747XA8
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KY Association of School Librarians
Adam Watson
4 months ago
OVEC is hosting a regional
@kasl.us
meeting, and we are celebrating booooooooks. Good to talk to longtime friends like
@tljamesa.com
, hear the hard work of
#librarians
, and see fun costumes like 5th Region president Rachel Burgin's "Book Fairy"!
#KyLchat
#AllinKY
#library
#EduSky
#readwhatyouwant
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KY Association of School Librarians
James Allen
4 months ago
Obviously this isn't everything, but some KY
#schoollibrary
friends took notes at
#AASL25
. So many great sessions and resources were shared this year at the
@aaslala.bsky.social
conference. Here's the link:
readwhatyouwant.com/AASL25
#TLsky
#schoollibrarian
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AASL25 KY Collab Notes
KY Collaborative Notesreadwhatyouwant.com/AASL25 Hey! I’d love to take some excellent notes and record some resources we can share with our library friends in Kentucky. Don’t feel like you HAVE to us...
https://readwhatyouwant.com/AASL25
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James Allen
5 months ago
Linda Perkins was recognized at
#AASL25
for attending EVERY AASL NATIONAL CONFERENCE, starting with being on the committee for the first one in 1980. You make
@kasl.us
proud!
#TLsky
#SchoolLibrary
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Very cool piece from
@watsonedtech.bsky.social
Edtech Elixirs on one of our own school library leaders, Laura Mann!
watsonedtech.blogspot.com/2025/10/kyed...
#KyLChat
#SchoolLibraries
@kyedrpg.bsky.social
#KentuckyLibraries
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KyEdRPG Spotlight: Librarian Laura Mann and TTRPGs for Literacy
Librarians -- and the library -- are often the heartbeat and hub of a school. Since extracurricular game clubs are frequently held in suc...
https://watsonedtech.blogspot.com/2025/10/kyedrpg-spotlight-librarian-laura-mann.html
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Last chance to register! Our October Power Hour is happening this Thursday, October 9th at 6:30 p.m. EST, and you don’t want to miss it! We’re diving into all things Horror and Thriller in school libraries: from elementary favorites to high school classics. Register now
forms.gle/RLv3xSjMGgWQ...
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Join us for this virtual professional learning event! FREE for KASL/KLA members.
#KyLChat
#KentuckyLibraries
www.tickettailor.com/events/kentu...
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KY Association of School Librarians
Jennifer Dolan
8 months ago
Today and yesterday filled me up with library joy! Loved spending time growing professionally as a school librarian at the 2025 KASL Summer Refresher!! Great sessions, great vendors and a great community!
@kasl.us
@kochlibrarian.bsky.social
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KY Association of School Librarians
James Allen
8 months ago
Looking forward to our
@kasl.us
Summer Refresher tomorrow and Tuesday! Thank you to the volunteer organizers of this fantastic event. If you have worked on a conference... IYKYK (awesome gif
@debbieohi.com
)
#KyLChat
#KentuckyLibraries
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KY Association of School Librarians
Sarah Shartzer
8 months ago
Two sessions at the KASL Summer Refresher on Monday!
@kasl.us
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Last reminder! Summer Refresher is next week! Register now!
www.kasl.us/sr
#KyLchat
#KentuckyLibraries
8 months ago
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Kentucky Virtual Library (KYVL.org)
8 months ago
KYVL Training in Calvert City on 7/31 from 9 to 11:30am CT. Check out the blog post for more info and the registration link.
@kasl.us
@joinkla.bsky.social
#training
#kyvl
kyvl.org/blog/KYVL-Tr...
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KYVL News Updates - Kentucky Virtual Library (KYVL) at Kentucky Virtual Library
https://kyvl.org/blog/KYVL-Training-on-7/31-in-Calvert-City-Any-are-welcome-to-attend
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KY Association of School Librarians
American Association of School Librarians (AASL)
8 months ago
You voted and the results are in...say hello to Archie, our Officially Unofficial Mascot for
#AASL25
! Archie will be exploring St. Louis and sharing conference tips leading up to conference. You might even see him at
#AASL25
so be sure to register today gnome matter what at
national.aasl.org
❤️💙🤍
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KY Association of School Librarians
James Allen
8 months ago
Hey! Going to be some fun raffle items for
@kasl.us
Summer Refresher. Thank you
@mrschureads.bsky.social
!!
#KyLChat
#KentuckyLibraries
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KY Association of School Librarians
American Library Association
9 months ago
“We’re coming up on our 250th birthday as a country, the association’s about to turn 150, & we’ll be meeting in our nation’s first capital. It feels momentous in a way that I’m not sure it would have in a different year.” President-elect Sam Helmick
#ALAAC25
www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/...
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ALA 2025: Librarians Converge on the Cradle of Liberty
Not far from the Liberty Bell, librarians prepare to assemble for ALA’s Annual Conference, which will bring upward of 10,000 library professionals to the Philadelphia’s Pennsylvania Convention Center ...
https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/trade-shows-events/article/98011-ala-2025-librarians-converge-on-the-cradle-of-liberty.html
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American Association of School Librarians (AASL)
9 months ago
📌Poster Session and IdeaLab Session Proposals are NOW OPEN! 💡Both sessions offer presenters the opportunity to present innovative ideas, new programs, or research findings via a poster and/or laptop presentation. ✅Poster and IdeaLab proposals are due by July 1st:
buff.ly/Q3C7IhQ
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KY Association of School Librarians
American Association of School Librarians (AASL)
9 months ago
We have a new tour guide for the 2025 AASL National Conference! ❤️💙🩵 This little gnome will be promoting local attractions and providing conference tips to attendees in the months leading up
#AASL25
! We might even spot the gnome in St. Louis with our speakers and attendees. 📸
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American Association of School Librarians (AASL)
9 months ago
AASL Announces 2025 Best Digital Tools for Teaching & Learning:
bit.ly/AASLbest25
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KY Association of School Librarians
Gabi Snyder
9 months ago
Excited to see LOOK among the nominees for the Kentucky Bluegrass Award!
@simonkids.bsky.social
@lookingglasslit.bsky.social
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School Librarians! Now is the time. Register now for the KASL Summer Refresher. You can find all of the details here:
www.kasl.us/sr
#KyLChat
#KentuckyLibraries
#KASLSR25
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10 months ago
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KY Association of School Librarians
10 months ago
Happy National
#LibraryMonth
! Today we're shining the spotlight on James Allen (
@tljamesa.com
)! "I love being a librarian and supporting school libraries because we are able to provide something key to any learner: access." Be sure to tag a librarian and thank them today!
#futurereadylibs
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Kentucky Library Association
11 months ago
Denise Lyons: Vital services of Kentucky public libraries must not be disrupted - Important read! Thank you, Denise Lyons!
#KentuckyLibraries
#KyLChat
nkytribune.com/2025/04/opin...
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Opinion - Denise Lyons: Vital services of Kentucky public libraries must not be disrupted - NKyTribune
Team Kentucky is committed to serving the educational and informational needs of Kentuckians, which includes providing access to high-quality public library resources and services. Â In 2024, there we...
https://nkytribune.com/2025/04/opinion-denise-lyons-vital-services-of-kentucky-public-libraries-must-not-be-disrupted/
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Awesome Schoolibrary Month graphic. Thank you
@lemanskyrachel.bsky.social
#KyLChat
#TLsky
#SchoolLibraries
#KentuckyLibraries
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11 months ago
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⚠️ Please read this carefully and share widely! ⚠️
#KyLChat
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11 months ago
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School Librarian Day! 📚🎉 Thank you for transforming libraries into hubs of learning and discovery. You inspire reading, teach vital skills, and create innovative experiences. Your passion and expertise make a profound difference in students' lives.
#KentuckyLibraries
#KyLChat
@aaslala.bsky.social
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Happy School Library Month!
www.ala.org/aasl/slm
#KyLChat
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KY Association of School Librarians
Kentucky Virtual Library (KYVL.org)
11 months ago
KYVL supports learning, work and leisure for all ages and interests. Are you familiar with KYVL or could you use some PD or continuing education credits? We offer Zoom sessions & do onsite training at staff PD days.
[email protected]
@kasl.us
#kentuckypubliclibraries
#KentuckyLibraries
#KyLChat
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KY Association of School Librarians
American Association of School Librarians (AASL)
11 months ago
Only three days left to save $80 on registration for the AASL National Conference this October! Don't miss out on
#AASL25
! Register using code AASL80 at
national.aasl.org
before March 31st
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KY Association of School Librarians
American Association of School Librarians (AASL)
11 months ago
This week's tip advises building a strong foundation to foster trust and engagement in your school library. Sign up for Friday Forecast to receive the Tip of the Week in your email each Friday:
bit.ly/3YQnwmv
. Browse past tips at:
bit.ly/4hEWze2
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KY Association of School Librarians
Kentucky Library Association
11 months ago
Save the date! 2025 KLA Annual Conference, October 2 & 3, Registration coming soon... Let's help tell your library story!
#KentuckyLibraries
#KyLChat
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American Association of School Librarians (AASL)
11 months ago
Just ONE WEEK until School Library Month! AASL is thrilled to celebrate its 40th anniversary, highlighting the vital role of school libraries and librarians. Exciting events are planned, with more to come! Stay updated at
www.ala.org/aasl/slm
.
#AASLslm
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KY Association of School Librarians
American Association of School Librarians (AASL)
11 months ago
Theresa West Elmendorf became the first female president of the American Library Association in 1911. She also led Milwaukee Public Library in 1892, making history in big-city libraries. Celebrating her and all women trailblazers this Women’s History Month!
#WomensHistoryMonth
bit.ly/4aYq3AY
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American Association of School Librarians (AASL)
11 months ago
Washington Library Association- School Library Division Awarded AASL ABC-CLIO Leadership Grant:
bit.ly/AASLwlasld
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Kentucky Historical Society
11 months ago
107 years ago, in 1918, Kentucky's state flag was adopted by the General Assembly, but it took a few years to finalize a design. In 1928, an art teacher from Frankfort was tasked with the job by the secretary of the Kentucky Historical Society.
#76for250
#America250
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Library leaders leading. We are making progress.
#KyLChat
#KentuckyLibraries
11 months ago
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American Association of School Librarians (AASL)
12 months ago
Planning is achieving. Sign up for Friday Forecast to receive the Tip of the Week in your email each Friday:
bit.ly/3YQnwmv
. Browse past tips at:
bit.ly/4hEWze2
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American Association of School Librarians (AASL)
12 months ago
Melissa Jacobs receives the AASL Intellectual Freedom Award
bit.ly/AASLjacobs
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American Association of School Librarians (AASL)
12 months ago
Massachusetts School Library Association receives AASL Chapter of the Year Award
bit.ly/AASLmsla
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Kentucky Virtual Library (KYVL.org)
12 months ago
Check out our blog post about some of our best resources for high school students.
kyvl.org/blog/High-sc...
@kasl.us
@joinkla.bsky.social
#KentuckyLibraries
#KyLChat
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This is great! Thank you for sharing this important work,
@ilovelibraries.bsky.social
!
#KyLChat
#KentuckyLibraries
ilovelibraries.org/article/kent...
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Kentucky School Program Grows Readers, Leaders, and Community
In Louisville, Kentucky, an elementary school’s path to become a Spanish-immersion magnet school helped create an ALA award-winning program that raised awareness of the Hispanic/Latinx community and f...
https://ilovelibraries.org/article/kentucky-school-program-grows-readers-leaders-and-community/
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Congratulations to
@kasl.us
Past President and JCPS School Librarian, Tim Jones! Proud of your work and dedication!
#KyLChat
#KentuckyLibraries
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Congratulations Leo Timmers! Your book, Bear's Lost Glasses, has been named a nominee for the
@kasl.us
Kentucky Bluegrass Award!
#KyLChat
#KentuckyLibraries
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Announcing 🎉🎉 📚
@kasl.us
2026 Nominees for the Kentucky Bluegrass Award
www.kasl.us/kba/kba-nomi...
#KyLChat
@joinkla.bsky.social
#KentuckyLibraries
Congratulations to every illustrator & author! KY Students will vote in spring of 26 & winners will be announced in April! 📚 Thank you, KBA Committees!
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